2001 BMW Z8 inflation pressure

102n
Special features of winter tires Snow chains
*
Choosing the right tireFor winter road driving, BMW recom-
mends winter tires (M+S radial belt
tires). Although all-season M+S tires
provide better winter traction than stan-
dard summer tires with H, V, W and ZR
speed ratings, they generally fail to
provide the same levels of performance
as standard snow tires in winter driving.
In the interests of safe tracking and
steering response, install radial tires
made by the same manufacturer and
with the same tread configuration on all
four wheels if you elect to mount winter
tires.
Use only winter tires with emer-
gency driving characteristics as
there is no spare tire available if you get
a flat tire.
For further information, refer to
page 135.<
Do not exceed specified
maximum speeds
Never exceed the maximum speed
for which winter tires are rated.
Unprofessional attempts by laymen to
service tires can lead to damage and
accidents.
Have this work performed by skilled
professionals only. Your BMW center
will be glad to assist you with both their
expertise and the proper equipment for
your vehicle.<
Tire condition, tire pressureOnce the tread depth on winter tires is
less than 0.16 in (4 mm), they are no
longer suitable for winter road driving,
and in the interest of safety should be
replaced.
Comply with the specified tire inflation
pressures Ð and be sure to have the
wheel and tire assemblies balanced
every time you change the tires.
The use of narrow-link BMW snow
chains is permissible in pairs only on
the rear wheels with winter tires with
tire size 245/45 R 18 96 H. Comply with
all manufacturer's safety precautions
when mounting the chains.
Do not activate the RDW system
while using snow chains.
Malfunction warnings and undetected
losses in pressure are possible when
driving with snow chains.
For further information, refer to
page 67.<

122n
Vehicle storage
If the vehicle is to be stored for
more than three months, ensure
that the following service operations
are carried out first.<
Preparations for storageHave your BMW center perform the
following procedures:
1 Clean and apply a rust proofing agent
or other treatment to the engine,
engine compartment, undercarriage,
axles and major components in accor-
dance with approved repair proce-
dures. Wash the vehicle, clean the
interior and treat painted and
chromed parts. Clean the weather-
stripping around the hood, luggage
compartment and doors
2 Change engine oil and oil filter at
operating temperature. As an addi-
tional corrosion protection measure,
an anticorrosive agent can be added
to the engine in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions
3 Check the coolant level and concen-
tration and top off if necessary
4 Check the fluid level of the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir; top off
if necessary
5 Fill the fuel tank completely to
prevent the formation of condensa-
tion
6 Increase the tire inflation pressure to
51 psi (350 kPa).Before parking the vehicle1 Dry the parking brake and footbrake
by brake applications to prevent the
brake discs and drums from
corroding
2 Park the vehicle in a covered, dry,
and well-ventilated area. Place the
transmission in first gear or, if neces-
sary, chock the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from rolling. Do not engage
the parking brake
3 Remove the battery, charge it
completely and store it in a cool (but
frost-free) room
4 Remove the hardtop and store it
separately, refer to page 96
5 Close the convertible top.
During storageRecharge a battery that has been taken
out of the car every six months. If it is
not recharged, it will not be serviceable.
Every time the battery is discharged,
especially over extended periods, its
service life is reduced.Removing the vehicle from
storageRecharge the battery if the "Magic Eye"
turns black, refer to page 136.
Then have Inspection I performed by
your BMW center, including a brake
fluid replacement, if necessary. Refer to
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet (US models) or the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian
models).

Everything from A to ZFog lamp, bulb
replacement131t
Follow-Me-Home
lamps49, 69
Footbrake90
Footwell lamps70
bulb replacement132t
Front seat adjustment45
Frost protection,
radiator111
Fuel26
gauge62
indicator62
quality26
Fuel filler door
manual release after
electrical fault140t
Fuel tank capacity157
Fuel-injection system154
Fuses138GGasoline26
quality26
Glove compartment78
bulb replacement133t
Gross vehicle weight156
HHand lamp79
Handbrake57
Handsfree car phone
system81
Hardtop96
Hazard warning
flashers24t
Hazard warning
triangle24t
Head restraint46
Headlamp covers,
care115t, 129t
Headlamp flasher70
Headlamp washer
system60, 108, 157
Headlamps70
Headlight glare in rearview
mirror48
Heated mirrors47
Heated seats77
Heating and ventilation72
Heating, rapid77
Heavy loads83
Height155
High beams23, 58, 70
Holder for beverage
cans80
Hood release104t, 104
Horn17
Hydraulic system88, 91
IIdentification, tires101
Ignition keys30
Ignition lock55
Imprint4
Incoming air mode74
Indicator lamps20
Inflation pressure26t, 98
monitoring67
INSPECTION63
Instrument cluster18
Instrument panel lighting69
Instruments18
Interaxle tire rotation100
Interface socket for On-
Board-Diagnostics124
Interference
cellular phone94
radio reception94
Interior lamps34, 70
bulb replacement133t
remote control34
Interior motion sensor38
deactivating34
Interior rearview mirror
with automatic
dimmer48, 150
Intermittent mode of wiper
system59
JJump starting143KKey Memory48
Key with remote control30
Keys30LLamps and bulbs129t
Leather care120
Length155
License plate, bulb
replacement131t
Light switch69
Light-alloy wheels103
Lighter82
Loading83
Lock deicer92
Louvers72
Low beam headlamps69
Low traction road
surfaces93
Luggage compartment37
bulb replacement134t
capacity156
remote control35
Luggage compartment
lid37
emergency release37t

Everything from A to ZService Interval
Display63, 114
Shelves78, 79
Side airbags51
Side lamps69
bulb replace-
ment129t
Side marker lamps69
Skid control93
Slippery roads93
Snow chains92, 103
Socket82
for flashlights82
for power supplies82
for vacuum cleaners82
Sound system, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Spare key30
Spark plugs158
Speaker81
Specified engine oil110
Speedometer18
Starting56
problems87t, 143
Steel wheels103
Steering94
Steering wheel lock55
Stopping the vehicle56
Storage areas78, 79
Storing your vehicle122
Stroke154
Summer tires101Switching off the engine56
Switching off the interior
motion sensor39t
Switching off the tilt sensor
alarm system39t
Symbols4, 136
TTachometer62
Tail lamps130
bulb replacement130t
Tank capacity157
Technical data154
Technical
modifications6, 123
Telephone81
Temperature display
outside temperature64
Temperature gauge
engine coolant63
Temperature
selection74, 75
Tilt alarm34
Tilt alarm sensor39
Tire codes101
Tire damage98t
Tire inflation
pressure26, 98
Tire pressure monitor67
Tire Pressure Warning
(RDW)67
Tire replacement99, 100Tire rotation100
Tire specifications103
Tire tread98
Tools128t
Torque154
Tow fittings144t
Tow starting144t
Towing the vehicle144t
Track155
Traction Control System
refer to DSC65
Transmission58
Transmitter key30
Tread depth, tires98
Trip odometer62
Trunk lid, refer to luggage
compartment lid37
Turn signal indicator23, 58
Turning radius155
UUniform Tire Quality
Grading100
Unusually high steering
effort20, 94
Use anti-freeze112t
radiator112t
Used batteries,
disposal138t
VVacuum cleaner82
Vehicle battery136, 158
Vehicle care
exterior117
interior119
Vehicle equipment
options and accessories5
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)113
Vehicle immobilizer31
Vehicle painting117
Vehicle storage122
Vehicle weight156
Vehicle, starting56
Vehicle, stopping56
Ventilation72
draft-free75
Vinyl upholstery, care119WWarning lamps20
Washer nozzles,
adjusting108t
Washer reservoir,
filling108t
Washing your car115
Water on roadways87
Waxing, paintwork118
Wear indicator in the
tires99
Weights156

So that you will have important
specifications available when you
stop to refuel, we recommend
that you supplement this table
with data which apply to your
vehicle.
Fuel
Engine oil The oil volume between the
two marks on the oil dipstick
corresponds to approx.
1.1 US quarts (1 liter). Designation Premium Unleaded
Gasoline
AKI: minimum 91
QualityTire inflation pressures
Summer Winter
Front Rear Front Rear
2 persons
Refueling
BMW recommends Castrol